8 Last-Minute New Year Getaway Destinations Near Mumbai

1. Lonavala and Khandala

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2. Alibaug

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3. Igatpuri

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4. Pawna Lake

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5. Matheran

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6. Karjat

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7. Bhandardara

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8. Nashik

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